Category Archives: Communication

Video: Cicadas – Tiny Tymbals, Big Sound

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Kelly

Have you ever wanted to ask Cicadas why they’re so loud, but thought it would be Brood 2 ask? Biologist Kelly Rypkema ventures into the thick of the 2013 appearance of Periodical Cicadas to answer the questions of why, who, more »

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Ask the Naturalist: Why do Hummingbirds Like Sapsuckers? A Nature Minute Video

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Kelly

If one species of animal can love another, then surely hummingbirds love sapsuckers. Find out why in this short video annotation. And see our episode: “Woodpeckers leave their mark on NYC” for the full story.

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Story of the Day: Games with Squirrels

Posted on January 20, 2013 by Kelly

by Kelly Rypkema First published in Out Walking the Dog I’m heading out to treat myself to a nice Vietnamese dinner. I have yummy thoughts of cilantro, curry, and coconut milk swimming through my mind as I step onto the more »

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Cicada, the Chubby Bug

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Kelly

Droning cicadas rattling out their mating call are a sure sign of summer. Kelly Rypkema shows how to get a close look at these very large insects – from a safe distance.

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Fireflies: Part Deux

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Kelly

Kelly Rypkema takes a closer look at just what’s being said at those firefly light shows on warm summer nights — and how you can join in the fun!

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Fireflies

Posted on July 9, 2011 by Kelly

When these summer flashers come courting, body language really is better.

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When Ants Go Marching

Posted on June 22, 2011 by Kelly

Host Kelly Rypkema takes a look at how ants find their way through the urban jungle!

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